QID 994936

Date Published: 2023-08-21

QID 994936: Java (Maven) Security Update for org.matrix.android:matrix-android-sdk2 (GHSA-jjmc-4p83-pp26)

A logic error in the room key sharing functionality of Element Android before 1.2.2 and matrix-android-sdk2 (aka Matrix SDK for Android) before 1.2.2 leads to a situation where identity verification is inadequate and thus a key-requesting device can be impersonated.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to a security breach or could affect integrity, availability, and confidentiality.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 5.9 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 4.3 severity.
    • Solution
    Refer to Github security advisory GHSA-jjmc-4p83-pp26 for updates and patch information.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 994936

    CVE-2021-40824 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-jjmc-4p83-pp26 org.matrix.android:matrix-android-sdk2 URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-jjmc-4p83-pp26
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